A 2-day public workshop to explore the relationship between mental health and violence. The workshop will feature invited presentations and discussions with the goal of laying the foundation for progress in improving outcomes with respect to mental health and violence embodied in research, policy change, and program development.Workshop speakers and participants will explore a continuum of approaches to improving both mental health and violence prevention with the objectives of:

Arriving at a better understanding of the intersections between mental health and violence, including:

The relationships between mental health dysfunction and risks of violence perpetration and victimization as well as the mental health consequences of exposure to violence; and

The extent to which improved mental health functioning and improved mental health services can--or cannot--address concerns about violence in society.

Exploring a new model for thinking about the intersections of mental health promotion and violence prevention that is useful for improving outcomes.

In this unique, first-of-its-kind Messaging Summit, participants will learn from nationally renowned communication experts about the fundamentals of strategic communication-about what works and why - and come away with a framework for the creation of powerful messages that will resonate far into the future.Who should attend? Domestic violence professionals, stakeholders and allied organizations who want to learn and effectively apply the fundamentals of persuasive messaging.

Gain an increased awareness and understanding of state-of-the-art research on effective approaches. What works best and why?

Learn to avoid common messaging pitfalls.

Become familiar with and be able to apply concepts such as framing and metaphor, and understand the role emotions play in persuasive messaging strategies.

Respond effectively to harmful narratives as they emerge.

Identify and assess the strengths and weaknesses of current messaging efforts, and brainstorm new approaches.

Learn why our approach to reaching victims of violence may be falling short and what

Join us for Bystanders No More, a public forum bringing together policy makers, activists, and thought leaders for a panel discussion exploring men and boys’ stake in the movement to end gender violence, including:

This year's selection of workshops for adults really demonstrates the commitment to bringing experts in LGBT youth issues from all over the country together in one, comprehensive two day learning experience.Here is just a taste of what is being offered:• Controversies in Gender Diagnosis: Moderated by Ritch Savin-Williams, Ph.D. from Cornell University, this panel of experts includes a wide range of views and perspective.• Sexual Taboos: Discussing Difficult Topics in Sexuality• The Influence of Trauma on Identity Experiencing EMDR for Resolution• Coming-Out & Self-Acceptance: The Right Track Treatment Model - One Year Later!• Gender Identity/Expression in Young Children: Creating Gender Affirming, Rather than Gender Neutral Classrooms• Strategies for Youth Leadership through Youth-Adult Partnerships• Creating Social Change: Providing Support and Affirming LGBT Community Members within the Foster Care System• 50 Shade of Brown - Connecting at the Intersections• Planning Awesome Programs with Your GSA• Unheard Voices: LGBT Middle School Students• Sharpen Your Pencils: What Parents of LGBTQ Youth Should Know About Their Children's RightsIn addition to the multitude of fabulous workshops being offered, there will be terrific entertainment including slam poet, Kit Yan, at the conference opening. Special Guests: Singer/dancer/entertainer extraordinaire Danny Moreno, Comedian Robin Cloud and ESPN commentator/Soccer hero Brianna Scurry.

This year's selection of workshops for adults really demonstrates the commitment to bringing experts in LGBT youth issues from all over the country together in one, comprehensive two day learning experience.Here is just a taste of what is being offered:• Controversies in Gender Diagnosis: Moderated by Ritch Savin-Williams, Ph.D. from Cornell University, this panel of experts includes a wide range of views and perspective.• Sexual Taboos: Discussing Difficult Topics in Sexuality• The Influence of Trauma on Identity Experiencing EMDR for Resolution• Coming-Out & Self-Acceptance: The Right Track Treatment Model - One Year Later!• Gender Identity/Expression in Young Children: Creating Gender Affirming, Rather than Gender Neutral Classrooms• Strategies for Youth Leadership through Youth-Adult Partnerships• Creating Social Change: Providing Support and Affirming LGBT Community Members within the Foster Care System• 50 Shade of Brown - Connecting at the Intersections• Planning Awesome Programs with Your GSA• Unheard Voices: LGBT Middle School Students• Sharpen Your Pencils: What Parents of LGBTQ Youth Should Know About Their Children's RightsIn addition to the multitude of fabulous workshops being offered, there will be terrific entertainment including slam poet, Kit Yan, at the conference opening. Special Guests: Singer/dancer/entertainer extraordinaire Danny Moreno, Comedian Robin Cloud and ESPN commentator/Soccer hero Brianna Scurry.

Evidence based policy and practice involve a partnership between researchers, advocacy organizations, policy makers and practitioners. Many researchers hope to change policy or practice with their research, but most are unclear about how to successfully achieve this goal.During this insightful Webinar, your expert presenter will use examples from her own experience including: translating research into policy and practice to help researchers identify an appropriate policy or practice audience; clarify what aspects of their research could be used in programs and policy; and successfully work with policy makers and practitioners to move their findings into concrete practice.For more information or registation, click here.

Boost your skills, earn CEs, and increase your connections at the 4th Annual Sexuality, Intimacy & Aging Conference, Sept. 19-20, 2014 at Widener University, Chester, PA. This year, we’re welcoming professionals, paraprofessionals, students and consumers. The addition of consumers is a response to the many inquiries we receive about sexuality education for older adults.The Friday program will feature morning plenaries from nationally renowned experts in sexuality and aging, followed by a student research poster session, afternoon workshops, and an evening networking reception.This 2014 theme is “Difference through Diversity,” and we’re taking full advantage of it, welcoming Friday afternoon workshops on a range of topics related to sexuality, intimacy, and older adults.The Saturday program will focus on sexuality, health and medical issues affecting adults in mid- and older age. We welcome proposals for both workshops and lectures.

For the first time, Rhode Island universities, schools, businesses and organizations are joining together in an effort to end sexual violence in our communities. Join us for the Day One 5K Run/Walk and help inspire and empower people to make a difference in this important fight.

Join fellow law enforcement personnel, prosecutors, victim advocates, judges, crisis workers, criminalists, crime scene investigators, physicians, nurses, forensic examiners, and EMS personnel for this cutting-edge conference. We will focus on a broad array of emerging forensic practices, including sexual assault, interpersonal violence, human trafficking, ballistics, strangulation, and child and elder abuse in both an urban and rural environment.This year’sconference is designed to provide a multidisciplinary, interactive, and joint educational opportunity regarding promising practices when working with victims of violence. Topics will include working with multidisciplinary teams and learning to consider all of the forensic implications on the street, in health care settings, and in the court room. Since violence is a health care crisis, we will focus on approaching forensic issues in a collaborative, coordinated, compassionate, competent, caring, victim-centered process.For more information click here.

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